Reporting psychology investigations

Question 1

What are the 8 sections of a report

Answer 1

Title
Abstract
Introduction
Method
Results
Discussion
Appendices

Question 2

Title

Answer 2

Tells the reader what the report is about

Question 3

Abstract

Answer 3

Provides a brief summary of the study

Question 4

Introduction

Answer 4

Introduce the background and rationale

Question 5

Method

Answer 5

Describe how the study was done

Question 6

Results

Answer 6

Summarise findings

Question 7

Discussion

Answer 7

Discuss findings and their implications

Question 8

References

Answer 8

Inform the reader about sources of information

Question 9

Appendices

Answer 9

Can be used for detailed information not in the report

Question 10

IF THE EXAM QUESTION ASKS YOU TO DESIGN YOUR OWN EXPERIMENT, YOU MUST THINK
ABOUT:

Answer 10

The null and alternate hypothesis and whether they will be directional or non-directional
2. Choice of method :
a. Experimental (lab, field, natural? – which design - repeated measures, independent
groups, matched pairs?)
b. Correlational
c. Observation (naturalistic or controlled? Participant or non-participant? Overt or
covert?)
3. How will you gather data?
a. Interview (structured, semi-structured or unstructured?)
b. Questionnaire (open or closed questions?)
c. Case study
4. Identify the target population and how they will be sampled (random, opportunity or
volunteer?)
5. Are there any ethical issues?
6. Will you use a pilot study?
7. What statistical test will you use?
8. When expectations do you have for the results?